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Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

Master essential U.S. payroll concepts, from employee classification to FLSA compliance. Perfect for aspiring payroll specialists.

Master essential U.S. payroll concepts, from employee classification to FLSA compliance. Perfect for aspiring payroll specialists.

This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.

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Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

This course includes

11 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

Free course

What you'll learn

  • Understand payroll-related dates and pay frequencies

  • Analyze gross wages and pay statement components

  • Master FLSA overtime calculations and exemptions

  • Learn employee classification and documentation requirements

  • Understand benefits and retirement deductions

  • Develop compliance with payroll regulations

Skills you'll gain

Payroll Processing
FLSA Compliance
Employee Classification
Wage Calculation
Benefits Administration
Tax Withholding
Payment Methods
Overtime Calculations
Regulatory Compliance
Payroll Documentation

This course includes:

3.5 Hours PreRecorded video

14 assignments

Access on Mobile, Desktop, Tablet

FullTime access

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There are 3 modules in this course

This comprehensive course provides a solid foundation in U.S. payroll fundamentals. Students learn essential concepts including employee classification, pay frequencies, wage calculations, and FLSA compliance. The curriculum covers critical aspects of payroll processing, from handling new hire documentation to calculating overtime and managing benefits deductions. Through practical assignments and real-world examples, learners develop the skills needed to process payroll accurately while ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations.

Payroll's Essential Variable: The Employee

Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete

Employee Pay Variables

Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete

The Fair Labor and Standards Act (FLSA)

Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete

Fee Structure

Instructor

ADP Learning Academy
ADP Learning Academy

4.9 rating

31 Reviews

19,574 Students

14 Courses

ADP Powers Workforce Development Through Comprehensive Learning Solutions

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP), headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey, stands as a leading provider of human capital management solutions and learning technologies. The company's Learning Academy offers a robust educational ecosystem that includes over 41 pre-packaged courses covering essential topics from compliance and professional development to leadership and diversity. Through its integrated Learning Management platform, ADP delivers versatile training formats including SCORM-compliant online courses, instructor-led sessions, and mobile learning capabilities, all accessible via the ADP Mobile App. The platform's sophisticated features enable automated course assignments, progress tracking, and comprehensive reporting tools, while also supporting custom content uploads and social learning capabilities. With revenues of $19 billion in fiscal year 2024 and approximately 64,000 employees worldwide, ADP continues to innovate in the learning and development space, serving organizations across the Americas, Africa, Middle East, Europe, and Asia-Pacific

Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals

This course includes

11 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

Free course

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